Institutional Review Board

The Drake University Institutional Review Board (IRB) is charged with the responsibility of overseeing the protections of humans subjects participating in Drake University research. The IRB works with researchers to ensure all ethical issues and government guidelines are followed.

Information contained in this site expands on the methods and regulations used by the IRB and researchers to ensure that human dignity, rights, and physical, psychological, behavioral and social welfare are protected.

Please contact the IRB with any questions or concerns515-271-DIRB (3472)irb@drake.edu